Africa

Africa is a vibrant continent of diversity and contrasts, with everything from rich culture to unparalleled wildlife. From the deserts of the Sahara to the rainforests of the Congo, Africa provides endless wonders for any kind of traveller.

Explore our travel guides, which take a deep dive into the flavours, sound, and warm hospitality of Africa.

Malawi Travel Guide

Malawi is more than just a destination; it’s a place where visitors can truly connect with nature and experience the warmth of its people. The…

Mount Mulanje In Focus

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Rising dramatically from the surrounding plains, Mount Mulanje is often called the ‘Island in the Sky’ due to its towering peaks and vast plateaus.

Malawi : Cultural History and Heritage In Focus

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The Outlook Travel team takes a deep dive into the cultural history and heritage of Malawi, from ancient rock art to local villages

Lesotho Travel Guide

A nation hearty with ancient tradition, natural phenomena, and passionate people, Lesotho is a mountain paradise that offers a spark of wonder and excitement to…

Maseru in Focus

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Maseru blends modern development with traditional Basotho culture, and is known for its markets, historical sites, and scenic surroundings.

Thaba Bosiu in Focus

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Regarded as the birthplace of the Basotho people, Thaba Bosiu is a sandstone plateau revered as one of the most important historical sites in Lesotho. 

Cabo Verde Travel Guide

Comprising soaring mountain rises, emerald pastures, and a highly unique and authentic musical heritage still enjoyed by many today, Cabo Verde delights with its infectiously…

Cabo Verde : Tourism Insights

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Dr Carlos Jorge Duarte Santos, Minister of Tourism and Transport, and Francisco Martins, Executive Member of Cabo Verde Tourism Institute, tell us why Cabo Verde…

Zambia Travel Guide

For wild landscapes and Africa’s most authentic safari experiences, the southern-central African country of Zambia should be top of your list.

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Tanga Travel Guide

Tanga, an off the beaten track destination in northeast Tanzania, takes in soaring mountains, pristine marine parks and towns steeped in Swahili traditions.

19 Min Read

Ghana Travel Guide 2020

Friendly Ghana is a West African country pulsing with energy, steeped in history and blessed with some breath-taking landscapes.

15 Min Read

Mauritius Travel Guide 2020

Mauritius, an island in the Indian Ocean, is the perfect holiday choice with its breathtaking beaches, lush natural landscapes and fascinating Creole culture.

17 Min Read

Namibia Travel Guide

A country of rugged, otherworldly landscapes, Namibia is a desert realm with a complex history and culturally diverse inhabitants.

16 Min Read

Seychelles Travel Guide 2019

Most people visit the Seychelles archipelago for the beaches, but from cuisine to culture, it has much more to offer than that.

16 Min Read

South Africa Travel Guide

As well as being famed as a place of natural beauty, South Africa also has plenty to offer the realm of business travel and MICE tourism.

15 Min Read

Virgin Limited Edition : The Rise of Luxury

We asked three General Managers of Virgin Limited Edition resorts in South Africa and Kenya for their take on Africa’s luxury hospitality industry.

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Namibia Travel Guide 2019

Combining one of Africa's most progressive economies with expansive deserts, canyons and wildlife, Namibia truly has something for everyone.

17 Min Read

Madagascar Travel Guide

The 150,000-plus unique species in Madagascar are a major draw for visitors, with tourism set to continue increasing the country’s GDP.

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Mpumalanga Travel Guide

With its plunging canyons, soaring mountains and vast veldts, South Africa’s Mpumalanga province boasts some of the country’s most spectacular scenery.

15 Min Read

Botswana Travel Guide

With its safaris, luxury lodges and the cosmopolitan capital of Gabarone, Botswana has a lot to offer the discerning business traveller.

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